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BGA Engagement Editor Mia Sato takes reader questions related to Illinois government and upcoming elections and tracks down the answers.enHere Are the Ballot Measures in the Feb. 26 Chicago Electionshttps://www.bettergov.org/news/here-are-the-ballot-measures-in-the-feb-26-chicago-elections
Though there aren't any citywide measures, voters in some wards and precincts will weigh in on rent control, marijuana funds and more.Thu, 21 Feb 2019 11:00 -0600Mia Satohttps://bettergov.org/node/1401852What the Gov: What Should I Know About the Proposed Public Bank of Chicago?https://www.bettergov.org/news/what-the-gov-what-should-i-know-about-the-proposed-public-bank-of-chicago
A proposal for a public bank has voters scratching their heads. Chicago is one of dozens of cities and states that are exploring or discussing similar proposals.Tue, 29 Jan 2019 09:00 -0600Mia Satohttps://bettergov.org/node/1401833What the Gov: We Know About the Mayor’s Race — What Else Is on The Ballot on Feb. 26?https://www.bettergov.org/news/what-the-gov-we-know-about-the-mayor-s-race-what-else-is-on-the-ballot-on-feb-26
Yes, there are offices up for election besides the crowded pool for Chicago mayor. And though you might not hear about these as often, voters should start taking note.Thu, 13 Dec 2018 11:00 -0600Mia Satohttps://bettergov.org/node/1401806What the Gov: A Chicago Voter’s Last-Minute Guide to Ballot Measureshttps://www.bettergov.org/news/what-the-gov-a-chicago-voter-s-last-minute-guide-to-ballot-measures
Straws, weed, property taxes and more. Here’s what Chicago voters should know about the referendum questions that will appear on their ballots.Fri, 02 Nov 2018 14:15 -0500Mia Satohttps://bettergov.org/node/1401776What the Gov: I’m New to Illinois… How Do I Vote?!https://www.bettergov.org/news/what-the-gov-i-m-new-to-illinois-how-do-i-vote
New voters regularly move to Illinois hoping to exercise their right to vote. Here’s what you should know about being registered in two states and how to cast a ballot in Illinois.Fri, 26 Oct 2018 16:00 -0500Mia Sato, Marissa Nelson, Megan Stringer , Cody Corrallhttps://bettergov.org/node/1401755What the Gov: If I Voted Republican in a Primary, Can I Vote Democrat in the General?https://www.bettergov.org/news/what-the-gov-if-i-voted-republican-in-a-primary-can-i-vote-democrat-in-the-general
Illinois primary elections force voters to ask for a partisan ballot. From primaries to the general in November, here’s what you should know about party identification and voting.Fri, 19 Oct 2018 15:30 -0500Mia Satohttps://bettergov.org/node/1401744What the Gov: Is the Illinois Board of Elections Ready For Hackers in November?https://www.bettergov.org/news/what-the-gov-is-the-illinois-board-of-elections-ready-for-hackers-in-november
The state diagnosed problems and got federal money to address them. But the election is just weeks away and the state is racing to scale cybersecurity programs statewide, especially for local bodies with the greatest need. It’s unclear whether they’ll get this done by Nov. 6. Tue, 02 Oct 2018 16:30 -0500Mia Satohttps://bettergov.org/node/1401723